Katrina (Katy) Roelle, NCPT certified, has been teaching and educating in the Pilates method of exercise in the Atlanta area since her return in 1997. She has been a studio owner and Pilates educator for over 25 years. Her expertise and years of experience make her a sought-after Educator by dancers, Olympic-level and competitive Athletes, Pilates aficionados, and Physical therapists. Katy continues to have a connection with countless instructors that she has trained to share the Pilates Method over the years. She has conducted 15 Teacher training courses for Club Pilates. Two of which were for the Corporate Accelerated programs in Atlanta. She prides herself in helping those who want to pursue their teaching journey reach their goals. She has been the Lead instructor at the Roswell/Alpharetta/Avalon Club Pilates studio for 7 years. Her favorite Pilates projects are creating Workshops/CECs and mentoring new Pilates Instructors. Katy continues to study and stay up to date on the most recent research in movement principles. She has trained in several Pilates styles. Other continuing education/ certifications include TRX, Leslie Benders Barre with Pilates focus, Grid Trigger point/myofascial release, CPR, Body alignment/injury prevention and numerous Special population studies, including Hypermobility, Pelvic Floor, Osteoporosis, Scoliosis and Active aging populations.

Katy started her Pilates journey in 1987 when she moved to Southern California to pursue her Dance, Acting and Fitness career. Prior to moving to California, Katy received her BFA in Dance from FSU and was a member of Tallahassee DTT and the Lee Harper Dance company.

While pursuing her professional dance career, Katy continued her Pilates training for 8 years at Studio du Corp under the guidance of Diane Defenderfer. Katy was a dancer on Princess Cruise lines, Preformed in musicals, TV print, and Industry projects. Being a Fitness professional at the Golden Door, dancing and teaching at the acclaimed Jimmy DeFore dance Center were some of the highlights of her time in Southern California.


Katy grew up studying dance, Theatre and voice in Atlanta. While in high school, Katy performed in the shows at Six Flags over GA. She received her BFA in Dance from FSU. While attending FSU She toured with Dance Touring Theatre. She was a long-time member of Lee Harper and Dancers, performed in 9 Operas with the Atlanta Opera, danced with the Atlanta Symphony in the yearly Halloween and Holiday shows, and ASO Symphony Street shows. She taught ballet for 24 seasons at Rhythm Dance Center, incorporating her knowledge of Pilates and injury prevention. Katy has owned Reformation Pilates Studio and training center since 2000. When not teaching dance or Pilates, Katy spends time with her family and animals!